I've had my Atom 4 since August, and it's since been back to the factory for a couple of extra bits, and it's first service. It was always my intention to get some paint protection film (PPF) applied, as certain areas of the car take a lot of abuse from stones and crud, especially as I will be using the car on track.
I thought I'd post a new topic, in case anyone is interested in what I'm currently having done. I'm not sure if the forum rules allow me to post a business name in case it is classed as advertising (maybe a moderator can advise?), but the car has gone to a local detailer, and his partner who have done six cars previously for us, and whose work is absolutely amazing. A real perfectionist, which of course helps in his job!
He now has a template made up specifically for the Atom 4, and I have the following areas covered: wishbones front and rear, front of bonnet (full coverage also an option), lower chassis rails where the tub fits, two of the most exposed 'rungs' either side of the chassis, more coverage on the upper chassis parts for entry and exit, the panels either side of the seats (where the chassis number is), chassis rails beside gear lever, the gear lever and handbrake plate (essential for me, as the belt buckles often hit this area), the upper tube where the seat belts attach, corner roll cage mounting plates (I use these holes for a GoPro mount, and didn't want any damage), mudguards front and rear and the front of the snorkel.
My car has a satin powder coated finish (my next one won't!), so the film is satin finished as well in these areas, which looks so much better than the gloss that came from the factory. It blends in really well.
The car is also being ceramic coated in the usual areas, and the engine treated, so as to keep it shiny and hopefully prevent the usual aluminium oxidation.
Hopefully, this will all go a long way to keeping it fresh for the years until my next one gets built.
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